Name: Summer Smoothie Bowl
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1 cup Frozen Blueberries; 1 tbsp Chia Seeds; 3 tbsp Plain Greek Yogurt; 1 tsp Honey; 1 tbsp Peanut Butter; Water; 1/2 Banana; Cacao Nibs; 1/2 tbsp Peanut Butter; Honey Drizzle

This delicious summer smoothie bowl is a refreshing treat on a hot day! It’s like eating ice cream, but instead packed with healthy, feel good ingredients. Plus, it’s quick to make, only taking 5 minutes!

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There is nothing better than a smoothie on a hot summer day! Not only are they delicious, but they’re filled with feel good ingredients to fuel your body. This summer smoothie bowl is made up of 6 simple ingredients that have amazing health benefits!

So, why smoothie bowls?

Smoothie Bowls are exciting and delicious. You get to add additional toppings, creating crunch and more flavor. Plus, it’s like eating ice cream! Of course, you can only make a smoothie with this recipe, but I think a smoothie bowl is more fun!

One thing I love is how versatile smoothies are; you can honestly never get bored of them!

Other fruits to try for different flavors:

frozen bananas
frozen strawberries
frozen berries
frozen pineapple
frozen mangos

Why frozen fruit? Frozen fruit creates a thicker consistency. It’s also convenient because frozen fruit lasts longer then fresh fruit.

Tips: You can always use fresh fruit and add ice*

Toppings

The best part of smoothie bowls is getting to add toppings, which add additional texture and flavor. Like the base of the smoothie, toppings are versatile and can be changed to your liking (seriously you can never get bored of smoothie bowls)!

Toppings To Try

Fruit (strawberries, bananas, blueberries, pineapple, kiwi, mango, berries)
Granola (any flavor)
Cacao Nibs
Nuts (pecans, almonds, cashews, etc)
Nut Butters (almond, peanut, cashew, ect.)
Coconut Flakes
Chia Seeds
Honey
Agave Syrup

Your Guide To Toppings: Fruit + Nut/Granola/Superfood + Nut Butter/Natural Syrup

Smoothie Bowl Ingredients & Substitutions

Frozen Blueberries- Creates a thick constancy and adds amazing flavor

substitutions- frozen bananas, strawberries, berries, pineapple or mangos

Chia Seeds- Helps thicken smoothie and adds healthy fats

substitutions- hemp seeds, flax seeds, avocado

Plain Greek Yogurt- Adds protein to smoothie

substitutions- protein powder, plant based yogurt

Honey- Natural sweetener

substitutions- agave syrup or maple syrup

Peanut Butter- Helps thicken smoothie, adds healthy fats, protein, and flavor

substitutions- almond butter or cashew butter

Water- Helps blend smoothie

substitutions- milk or plant based milk

Banana- Yummy fruit topping

substitutions- strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, black berries, kiwi

Cacao Nibs- Chocolaty and crunchy texture

substitutions- granola, coconut flakes, chia seeds, chocolate chips

Smoothie Bowl Ingredient Benefits

Blueberries- Low in calories and high in nutrients. They contain a small amount of carbs and are high in fiber. Filled with antioxidants and incredibly healthy, blueberries have been shown to help prevent disease and improve health.

Chia Seeds- Extremely nutritious and loaded with antioxidants. They also contain many important bone nutrients including calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium. They also contain a good amount of protein and healthy fats. Not to mention, chia seeds look amazing aesthetically and pair well with multiple foods.

Greek Yogurt- Excellent source of protein and calcium, plus it provides a complete source of essential amino acids. I use plain greek yogurt and mix it with honey (a natural sweetener) for full health benefits!

Honey- Contains antioxidants, minerals, and enzymes. It is also shown that honey can soothe coughs, sore throats and treat wounds. Plus, it is super easy to add honey in your diet, and pairs well with yogurt, oats, baking, etc.

Peanut Butter- A great source of protein and healthy fats. It also is loaded with vitamins and minerals, which are essential for the body. Additionally, it is high in fiber which aids better digestion. Since, most peanut butters have added ingredients like sugar or oil, the best option is to buy it with peanuts only.

Banana- Rich in nutrients plus, contain a good amount of fiber, and carbs. They are full of antioxidants which are shown to aid digestion. Not to mention, they also help you feel fuller, and are the perfect food for athletes.

Cacao Nibs- Crumbled bits of dried cacao beans, they also contain antioxidants and fiber. Cacao nibs contain nutrients such as iron, magnesium, and potassium.

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